Memphis police are investigating the remains of three children found in a wooded area, believed to have been there for years. Authorities say the children, aged 3 to 7, do not match any local missing persons reports.
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Justin Fairfax, former Virginia lieutenant governor, fatally shot his wife before killing himself in their home, police say. The couple's teenage children were present during the incident amid ongoing divorce proceedings.
A Senate amendment requiring photo identification for voting failed to advance after a 53-47 vote, amid heated debate over the broader SAVE America Act, which seeks to impose stricter voter ID and citizenship verification measures. Democrats opposed the amendment, citing concerns about voter access and ballot secrecy, while Republicans argued it was necessary for election integrity and reflected public opinion favoring voter ID laws. Additional election-related controversies include fears of ICE presence at polling places and a lawsuit demanding transparency over a voter data sharing agreement involving Social Security Administration staff, highlighting ongoing tensions ahead of the 2026 midterms.
President Donald Trump and his allies are pushing the SAVE America Act, which would impose stricter voter ID and citizenship verification requirements for federal elections, including in-person proof of citizenship and a federal photo ID mandate. While some Republicans support the bill, Democrats and experts warn it could disenfranchise millions of eligible voters, particularly affecting groups with limited access to required documents. The bill faces significant hurdles in the Senate, where it lacks the 60 votes needed to overcome a filibuster, and is widely expected to fail despite Trump’s insistence on its passage.
In the trial concerning the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols, a cybercrime expert from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation provided crucial testimony, revealing that a former Memphis police officer allegedly took a cellphone photograph of Nichols while he was severely injured. This testimony is significant in the trial of three former officers, Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith, who face charges including second-degree murder and have pleaded not guilty. The case has attracted considerable attention due to its implications for law enforcement practices and accountability, with the court examining evidence and testimonies to address broader issues of police conduct and the use of force.
A second child in Texas has died from a measles-related illness amid a growing outbreak that began at a childcare center in West Texas. The outbreak, which started with a young girl testing positive for measles, has led to 481 confirmed cases in Texas and has spread to at least two other states. Despite the increasing severity, the child's death has not yet been included in the latest reports from health authorities, highlighting the ongoing challenges in managing the outbreak.
Authorities in Costa Rica have confirmed that 14-year-old Miller Gardner, son of former New York Yankees player Brett Gardner, died from carbon monoxide poisoning while on vacation with his family. Investigations revealed that the hotel room where the family was staying had elevated levels of carbon monoxide, likely due to its proximity to a machine room, leading to Miller's death in his sleep. The Gardner family has expressed their grief and urged awareness of the dangers of carbon monoxide, as the Judicial Investigation Agency continues to investigate the incident to prevent future occurrences.
The tragic death of 14-year-old Miller Gardner, son of former New York Yankees player Brett Gardner, is under investigation by Costa Rican authorities after he passed away in his sleep during a family vacation. High levels of carbon monoxide were detected in the hotel room, leading investigators to consider the gas as a potential factor in his death. The Gardner family, who reported falling ill prior to the incident, awaits further details as the investigation into the exact cause of death continues.